Writing a young adult novel: An autobiographical account of one non-writer's journey
by Perry, Karin, Ph.D., THE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA, 2010, 381 pages; 3419106

Abstract:

This qualitative study explores the experiences of a self-proclaimed non-writer as she seeks to understand and develop a style of writing. Research is included to support the ideas that teachers of writing should be writers themselves, writer’s, often times, learn from each other, and young adult literature is, indeed, relevant to our society. By using the autobiographical method, the author investigates the significant events of her educational journey and describes the transformation that occurred while writing a young adult novel. The author discovers workable techniques and strategies by monitoring the planning, drafting, and revising stages of the traditional writing process. By telling her story, the author was able to construct meaning for herself, and in turn, provide the information necessary for others to be success during the writing process.

 
AdviserMichael Angelotti
SchoolTHE UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
SourceDAI/A 71-10, p. , Oct 2010
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsLanguage arts; Rhetoric
Publication Number3419106
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